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NEW! A truly pretty, spacious home - for 1 or 2 couples, or a small family.

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 4130 sq m

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Sister Bay, WI
  • Popular LocationWaterfront Park5 min drive
  • Popular LocationSister Bay Beach5 min drive
  • Popular LocationSister Bay Marina5 min drive
  • AirportGreen Bay, WI (GRB-Austin Straubel Intl.)96 min drive

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

NEW! A truly pretty, spacious home - for 1 or 2 couples, or a small family.

The APPLE RETREAT is one of two brand new listings. I spent most of 2021 renovating in order to create a fantastic, elegant and charming place to enjoy in all seasons. A private entrance leads to three over-sized rooms, a very large living room with beamed 14-ft cathedral ceiling, all with great windows and light. The living room TV has AmazonPrime, Hulu, Cable etc, and there are also some board games, books etc. A dining-room/kitchen with table for six and a large kitchen island complements the beautiful full kitchen, with microwave, dishwasher, oven and fridge/freezer. Finally there's a very spacious bedroom with King Bed and luxury linens, with closet space and en suite bathroom (with tub/shower combo). The home also has a separate powder room. Outside, there is a pretty, enclosed private covered porch immediately outside the dining area, separated from it by three large picture windows. Great for relaxing outside on the evenings. In the daytimes, light streams into the living room and dining areas, making the place feel spacious and relaxed. This impression of space is greatly enhanced by the cathedral ceilings in both the living and dining rooms - rising to 14 feet at their peak. Most of the floors are in an elegant wood finish; the bedroom is carpeted. The house sleeps up to 4: That is: 2 in the King bed, and then a high-end Queen sofa-bed in the living room provides sleeping for 2 more when needed. Rather than creating additional smaller bedrooms, I decided to keep the place generous in proportion, so that guests can really spread out and not feel cramped. The landscaping round the house and in the whole Green Gables complex is almost an obsession for me, and continually a work in progress! - and is already quite stunning. For instance, I planted over 30,000 spring bulbs at Green Gables by hand last Fall! As this is an absolutely new listing it has no reviews as yet, and is priced competitively.

My two well-established and available vacation rentals nearby (also on the Green Gables property) have been give almost entirely 5-star ratings by more than 100 groups of guests, and you can read these at the links below. These are the PLUM RETREAT, which sleeps up to 6, and BIRCH REREAT which sleeps up to 4. Finally, a second NEW vacation home at Green Gables this year is the SPRUCE RETREAT, a richly furnished, colorful and spacious home, with full kitchen, sleeping 2-4; great for a couple's romantic getaway, or for a young family. Please explore these to read guests' positive feedback, and discover all that "Green Gables" has to offer.

Plum Retreat: www.vrbo.com/1656362 (Lots of great reviews)
Birch Retreat: www.vrbo.com/1656219 (Lots of great reviews)
Spruce Retreat: www.vrbo.com/2708225 (This one, like APPLE, is new for 2022, so no reviews yet)

I hope you'll choose Green Gables either this year or in the future. If you love gardens and are looking to truly relax, you've found the right place! Its location is perfect from which to get around Door County!

Property manager

Colin Welford

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Porch or lanai

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1400 sq ft (130 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Ephraim

Located in Ephraim, this vacation home is in a rural area. Francis Hardy Gallery and Frykman Studio Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bay Ridge Golf Course and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Eagle Harbor - 17 min walk
  • Waterfront Park - 5 min drive
  • Sister Bay Beach - 5 min drive
  • Sister Bay Marina - 5 min drive
  • Ephraim Public Beach - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Green Bay Austin Straubel Intl. Airport (GRB) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant and Butik - 5 min drive
  • Wilson's Ice Cream Parlor - 4 min drive
  • Boathouse on the Bay - 5 min drive
  • Blue Horse Beach Cafe - 13 min drive
  • Wild Tomato Sister Bay - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is NEW! A truly pretty, spacious home - for 1 or 2 couples, or a small family. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at NEW! A truly pretty, spacious home - for 1 or 2 couples, or a small family.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at NEW! A truly pretty, spacious home - for 1 or 2 couples, or a small family.?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is NEW! A truly pretty, spacious home - for 1 or 2 couples, or a small family. located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Eagle Harbor and Lake Michigan. Bay Ridge Golf Course and Francis Hardy Gallery are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews" "

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Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michele P., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving
Lovely stay
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay in beautiful Green Gables
Fantastic place to stay in Door County. Restful, clean, and beautiful accommodation. Will return soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Stay!
The Apple Retreat is a spacious and very well appointed stay in Door County. The unit itself is very large, with a full dining room, enormous kitchen with a center island, very large bedroom and living room. All of the furniture is comfortable and there are plenty of linens available. There is a full bath in the bedroom and a half bath off of the kitchen. The kitchen has all of the amenities you could hope for in a temporary stay. The outdoor landscaping is absolutely beautiful and Colin is continually adding on more. The location is excellent for anywhere you might want to visit in Door County, very easily accessible to shops and restaurants as well as local sights. Despite being somewhat close to a major road, the inside is quiet and peaceful. We recommend it highly and hope to stay there again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betzy J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Apple Retreat
Plenty of space, grounds are beautiful, host is very responsive. Great location, near everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy
Our first time and not our last. Beautiful property with plenty of comforts of home. My one and only complaint is the sunken-in king mattress with coils poking us. Easy fix and should be high on the list of things to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great central location
This was our first visit to Door County and Apple was the perfect place for all of our plans. Just enough out of the way yet still close to all the action in Ephraim, Sister Bay, and Fish Creek. Thank you for sharing your place with us, Colin.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire F., Madison

Liked: Cleanliness
Oasis of tranquility and coziness!
This is our second time staying in the Apple Retreat, and we will absolutely be coming back! The space is wonderful for a small family, with more than enough space in the bedroom for a pack and play. Little details like labels on the light switches and drawers make the whole place so user-friendly, and the home itself is so quiet, clean, and peaceful. Explore the gardens if you can too, they are just wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy T., Hartley

Liked: Cleanliness
Apple
Clean and comfortable. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Picture Perfect
My wife and I enjoyed a brief, 2-night stay for our anniversary. Colin was a spectacular host! Great location, exceptionally clean and well-organized property... 10/10, would HIGHLY recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary Getaway in Door County
We had a wonderful stay! Lovely home in a very central location in Door County. Close to everything! Collin was a great host and even helped us when our battery died in our van. Would absolutely stay there again! Ken and Diane
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023